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Construction of a stone archway with a cornerstone

We aren't a social club or a fan club for teachers—we are a building site under the direction of a Master Builder.

Impact Study

3/15/2026

a heart with the words from the heart

A glimpse of the Ephsian church about 20 years after Paul's letter.

Pastor Jack

9/22/2024

A warrior standing firm in the Armor of God, inspired by Ephesians 6:10-24. The warrior wears a belt of truth, a shining breastplate of righteousness, sturdy shoes of the gospel of peace, holding a large shield of faith and a sword of the Spirit. The warrior has a helmet of salvation, and the scene is set against a radiant, heavenly backdrop. The light suggests spiritual strength and divine protection, with an ethereal glow surrounding the figure. The warrior looks ready for spiritual battle, exuding faith and courage.

Paul has been describing the unity and new identity believers have. Now, he calls us to behave differently.

Pastor Jack

9/15/2024

family walking along trees-lined path

Paul stresses obedience in relationships, urging children to honor their parents and workers to serve their masters sincerely, as if serving Christ.

Pastor Jack

9/8/2024

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A call for husbands to love their wives sacrificially, like Christ loves the church, and for wives to respect their husbands, reflecting spiritual unity with Christ.

Pastor Jack

9/1/2024

two people walking in light

Paul urges believers to live in love, avoid sin, and walk in the light, being filled with the Spirit, leading to worship and mutual submission in Christ.

Pastor Jack

8/25/2024

man in t-shirt with Jesus > me

Peter, John and the leper at the gate.

Dr. Brian Autry

8/18/2024

human kindness

Paul describes the difference Christ makes in our lives.

Pastor Jack

8/11/2024

folded hands with bible

Paul completes the thought he started in verse one, praying and praising God.

Pastor Jack

7/28/2024

lady holding Bible

Paul reveals God’s plan for the Gentiles through the gospel, and the inclusion of all people in Christ’s redemptive work.

Pastor Jack

7/21/2024

grace image

We have redemption through His blood, forgiveness of sins, and every spiritual blessing in Christ

Pastor Jack

6/16/2024

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The Establishment of Purim and Mordecai’s Rise to Prominence.

Pastor Jack

6/9/2024

IDF soldier in marketplace

The Jews successfully defended themselves against their enemies.

Pastor Jack

6/2/2024

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Haman is gone but the edict is still in effect.

Pastor Jack

5/26/2024

platter of food and wine

Esther reveals her ethnicity and Haman's Plan of Genocide.

Pastor Jack

5/19/2024

a woman with makeup

Esther becomes queen after winning a beauty contest, Mordecai thwarts a plot against the king, and Haman rises to power.

Pastor Jack

4/14/2024

a coin

Pastor Jack

3/31/2024

a coin

Jesus sends two disciples to get a colt. He then enters Jerusalem and recons the temple.

Pastor Jack

3/24/2024

rough cross tied with rope

Jesus and His trial before Pilate, crucifixion, and death, leading to His burial by Joseph of Arimathea.

Pastor Jack

3/17/2024

woman with jar on her head

A plot to kill Jesus and a dinner at Simon the lepers house where a woman annoints Him.

Pastor Jack

2/25/2024

sunlight through ancient ruins

Jesus foretells the destruction of the Temple, warns of false prophets, and speaks of signs of His return. Amidst uncertainty and tribulation, believers should remain vigilant, faithful, and prepared.

Pastor Jack

2/11/2024

two coins

Jesus contrasts the displays of wealth by religious leaders with the sacrificial giving of a poor widow, highlighting her faith and generosity.

Pastor Jack

2/4/2024

Bible open to Exodus 20

A scribe asks Jesus an honest question.

Pastor Jack

1/28/2024

a coin

Here we have two stories where Jewish leaders try to trap Jesus with what they think will be tricky questions.

Pastor Jack

1/21/2024

vineyard with plants and a tower under a blue sky

Jesus tells the parabel of the Vineyard

Pastor Jack

1/14/2024